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President Pezeshkian: Iran ready for agreement but not to give in to bullying

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran is ready to reach an agreement with the US within a defined framework and while preserving national interests, but if the US refuses to negotiate on an equal footing, Iran will continue down its own path.

Interior minister: Iran returned 1.2 million illegal Afghans to their country last year

Iran’s interior minister says last year, the country returned 1.2 million illegal Afghan nationals to their country.

President Pezeshkian offers condolences on death of Pope Francis

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent his condolences on the death of Pope Francis, paying tribute to the late religious leader for his condemnation of the Israeli genocidal crimes.

Iran’s armed forces commemorate IRGC founding anniversary

Iran's Armed Forces General Staff issued a statement commemorating the 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), praising the elite force as the nation's "indomitable defensive shield" and a key player in regional security.

Report: Afghan student beaten at Kabul’s Embassy in Tehran, fears for safety

A PhD student at the University of Tehran was reportedly severely beaten by staff at the Afghan Embassy, where he had referred to renew his passport, leaving him hospitalized and fearing for his life.

Iran welcomes any practical initiative that terminates sanctions: Spokeswoman

Iranian Government Spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani has stated that Iran, in the path of negotiations with the United States, welcomes any practical initiative that terminates sanctions and ensures the rights of the nation.

Lifting of sanctions Iran’s main demand in talks with US: Spokesman

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry emphasized that Tehran’s fundamental demand in any negotiations with Washington is the removal of sanctions in a way that has tangible and fully effective results.

FM Araghchi stresses strategic cooperation between Iran, Russia, China

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has emphasized the necessity of trilateral cooperation between Iran, Russia, and China to address global challenges during an interview with Russia’s RT network.

Iran emphasizes substantive sanctions relief, right to enrichment in nuclear talks with US

Following the recent round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States in Rome, Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, briefed lawmakers on the outcomes of the talks.

Iran’s envoy in Riyadh: Saudi defense minister’s visit a sovereign move

Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alireza Enayati, described the recent visit of Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman to Iran as a significant diplomatic development, signaling a sovereign-level engagement and a broader regional shift toward dialogue and de-escalation.

Iran’s FM: “Cautious optimism” after Rome talks on nuclear deal

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi described the atmosphere in the indirect talks on Saturday with the US in Rome as "relatively positive," leading to progress on key principles of a potential agreement. However, he cautioned that optimism should remain measured.

Iran, US to proceed with technical talks in Oman within days: Foreign Minister

Delegations from Iran and the US have agreed on a new round of technical negotiations at the level of experts, due to be held in Oman on Wednesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi stated after the second round of talks in Italy's Rome on Saturday.

Iran’s FM: Israel sole obstacle to nuke-free West Asia

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that Israel is the only obstacle to the realization of a nuclear weapons-free West Asia, warning that the regime is fomenting Iranophobia while committing genocide in the region.

Iran FM delivers Leader’s message to Putin, underlines boost in ties

The Iranian foreign minister met with President Vladimir Putin of Russia in Moscow, delivering the message of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, to the Russian President.

Terrorist ringleader killed in security operation in southeastern Iran

Iranian security forces killed the operational commander of the so-called Jaish al-Adl terrorist group during a large-scale counterterrorism operation in southeastern Iran, state media reported.

Iran’s president praises Army as “nation’s strong fortress”

Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian hailed the country’s Army as an indispensable pillar of national security during a ceremony commemorating Army Day on Friday.

Saudi Defense Minister: Cooperation with Iran cornerstone of regional security

The Defense Minister of Saudi Arabia, Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, emphasized that engagement with Iran is the foundation of security cooperation in the region, which will lead to further prosperity for the regional countries.

Ayatollah Khamenei says Iran ready to share its advancements with Saudi Arabia

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has touched on “some of Iran’s advancements”, telling Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman that Tehran is ready to share them with Riyadh.

Report: Iran’s internet filtering costs double communications ministry budget

A new report reveals Iran spends approximately $1 billion annually on internet filtering systems, an amount twice the annual budget of its communications ministry.

President Pezeshkian: Iran, Saudi Arabia can be model for regional cooperation

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshikian says the Islamic Republic is fully prepared to expand relations with Saudi Arabia in all fields, including defense sector, and extend bilateral cooperation to other Islamic countries.

Saudi defense minister arrives in Tehran for landmark visit

Defense Minister of Saudi Arabia Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud arrived in Tehran on Thursday for talks with senior Iranian officials.

Iran rejects UK’s ‘unfounded’ allegations

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed as baseless and bogus the accusations msde by the British foreign secretary against Tehran.

IAEA Chief engaged in active shuttle diplomacy between Iran, U.S. amid nuclear talks

Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), described his recent visit to Tehran as part of an ongoing diplomatic effort to support progress in the indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States.

Non-nuclear issues not on Tehran’s agenda for negotiations with Washington: Iran deputy FM

A member of the Iranian negotiating team has stated that non-nuclear issues are not on the agenda of the Iran-US  talks.

IAEA chief visits Iran’s nuclear achievements exhibition following high-level talks

The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, visited the Nuclear Industry Achievements exhibition in Tehran on Thursday after several hours of discussions with Iran's Vice President and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami.

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